Accounting Analyst

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting highly preferred; Associate's degree in Accounting or a related field preferred.
• Strong understanding of accounting principles, financial reporting, and bookkeeping practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, including formulas, reporting, and data analysis.

Experience Requirements

• 2 to 4 years of accounting, bookkeeping, accounts payable, accounts receivable, or financial analysis experience.
• Experience managing month-end, quarter-end, and year-end close processes.
• Hands-on experience with account reconciliations, journal entries, and general ledger maintenance.
• Experience using QuickBooks required; ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Sage, Oracle, or similar preferred.
• Manufacturing accounting, cost accounting, and variance analysis experience highly preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to analyze and interpret financial statements and accounting data.
• Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional, ethical, and committed to maintaining confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.

Physical Capabilities

• Ability to sit, type, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to review detailed financial records, spreadsheets, and reports.
• Occasionally lift and carry office materials up to 20 pounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced office and manufacturing support environment.

Job Duties

• Reconcile bank statements, fixed assets, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and general ledger accounts.
• Prepare journal entries, financial reports, and account reconciliations while researching and resolving discrepancies.
• Manage month-end, quarter-end, and year-end closing activities.
• Process customer payments, maintain A/R records, monitor outstanding balances, and support collections efforts.
• Review, code, and process vendor invoices while resolving invoice and purchase order discrepancies.
• Maintain A/P and A/R subledgers and ensure accuracy of financial records.
• Perform cost accounting activities, manufacturing variance analysis, and financial data review.
• Maintain company financial records and support internal audits.
• Complete accounting projects and other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits